Graduate by Hilton Berkeley

Hotels
7.6 (578 reviews)
2600 Durant Ave , Berkeley , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Polite staff
Great location
Clean rooms
Cons:
Small rooms
No hot water
Parking issues
Badly in need of renovation

Categories

Cleanliness
7.8
Very clean as mentioned, though some reviews indicate issues like small rooms and maintenance.
Service
8.76
Consistently praised as polite and helpful staff.
Location
8.8
Excellent location close to campus and attractions.
Room Quality
6.76
Many guests reported small rooms and maintenance issues.
Amenities
7.29
Amenities like parking and hot water were frequently mentioned as inadequate.
Value for Money
7.25
Issues with value due to additional costs for parking and poor room conditions.
Food and Beverage
6.3
Complaints about dining hours and the quality of food availability.
Overall Experience
7.86
Mixed experiences from guests, with some very positive feedback on staff and location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 11:52

Property Description

Prime Location near UC Berkeley
Located just 1 block from the University of California Berkeley, The Graduate Berkeley offers a convenient and vibrant setting for your stay in the city.

Luxurious Amenities
Enjoy a comfortable stay in our guest rooms featuring a flat-screen HD TV, upscale linens, and premium bath amenities. Stay connected with complimentary WiFi throughout the property.

Dining and Recreation Options
Indulge in American cuisine at Henry’s Restaurant or unwind at the bar with a selection of beers and cocktails. Keep up with your fitness routine at the 24-hour fitness centre or explore the area with bicycle hire available.

Experience the best of Berkeley at The Graduate Berkeley - book your stay now for a memorable visit.

Important information:

- The hotel's nightly incidental fee (damage deposit) is $40 per day.

To ensure best-in-class service and a memorable stay, we charge a nightly $25 amenity fee, plus tax. During your stay, you'll receive:

• One complimentary welcome drink per guest
• Two complimentary drip coffees per day
• In-room RightWater canned water, replenished daily
• Complimentary bike rentals, available at the Front Desk
• Access to Peloton bikes in our hotel fitness center
• Complimentary Wi-FiGuests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: OAK

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs USD 37 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 578 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.8
Service: 8.76
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 6.76
Amenities: 7.29
Value for Money: 7.25
Food and Beverage: 6.3
Overall Experience: 7.86
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Sarah • couple • us
10
2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Myung • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Clean

Cons:

Bird sounds

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Calvin • solo_traveller • us
7
Adequate, but not memorable.
Pros:

Location and reasonable price and has its own adjacent parking lot.

Cons:

Hard to get a straight answer to questions. Facility itself is quite aged and rather worn rooms, and extremely small.. could hardly walk around in room.

2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • us
6
Great place but the bed was uncomfortable!!!
2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Amy • couple • us
9
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Samuel • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Awesome staff. Cute place. Great spot

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Kim • family_with_children • us
7
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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ontheroad • couple • us
8
Pros:

Room was clean and rather spacious for a vintage hotel. Having a ceiling fan was a plus. The bed was quite comfortable. Location was convenient to campus and a short walk to many restaurants and shopping.

Cons:

The bathroom was small with a non-updated shower and tub. The front desk could not assign a double bed room until well past check-in time due to cleaning delays.

2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
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Karl-Otto • couple • no
8
2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
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melsantacruz • extended_group • us
9
Great place for a weekend near Cal, Go Bears!
Pros:

Close to campus: great for coming to Cal. Also has Henry's restaurant/bar on site.
Had a Great delicious breakfast. Our top floor room was just as described, was quiet, and the beds were very comfortable. We will stay here again next time we are overnighting in Berkeley.

Cons:

Cramped parking area, so I am glad we were not driving a larger car, SUV, or truck: it would be difficult to navigate with something large. It was Not a problem for us, but should be noted if you arrive in a larger vehicle.

2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
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Kim • family_with_children • us
10
2026-01-16 • via Nuitee
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GoVols79 • Family • Chattanooga, Tennessee
10
Concert at The Greek Theater
Pros:

We stayed at The Graduate in Berkeley for one night in October to attend a concert at The Greek Theater. Being able to walk to the show and not have to worry about parking at the venue or traffic was fantastic. The hotel is just a few blocks from campus and we enjoyed walking around the neighborhood. The rooms are smaller and the bathrooms aren’t updated but we enjoyed the character of this unique property. Every staff member we interacted with was very nice and seemed to enjoy being there. On-site parking is expensive but good luck finding a meter nearby. There are garages in the area that might be cheaper but not as convenient. We loved our stay here and would definitely return.

2026-01-05 • via Tripadvisor
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phelancol • Family • Naples, Florida
4
Great location and staff but needs a lot of work to rooms
Pros:

Stayed here for Berkeley winter graduation. Brought the graduate's siblings, my sister and her whole family. None of us were notified that the building was under construction. Restaurant was closed. Some rooms on our floor must've also been under construction as we heard jackhammers in the mid morning.

Mold under the soap dish in the shower. A sink so tiny two people couldn't stand close to each other and brush their teeth.

The lobby was very nice but the breakfast was overpriced. Not even a free cup of coffee in the am.

The front desk staff and the makeshift bar staff were wonderful.

2025-12-22 • via Tripadvisor
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sanchez • family_with_children • us
10
2025-12-20 • via Nuitee
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Cinde Lou • solo_traveller • us
10
2025-12-14 • via Nuitee
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Wejdan • couple • sa
5
2025-12-14 • via Nuitee
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VB • extended_group • lv
9
2025-12-12 • via Nuitee
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Amelie • solo_traveller • de
6
2025-12-09 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • us
8
2025-12-03 • via Nuitee
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xish • Business
10
Great hotel when visiting UC Berkeley
Pros:

The best located hotel with 3 minute walk into campus. Rooms are relatively small and not all rooms are upgraded but it is sufficient for short stay to visit campus. Staff is friendly and there is a daily voucher to use at the restaurant on premise.

2025-11-22 • via Tripadvisor